Senior Art Director Job at Autodesk in Portland

Job Requisition ID
26WD95289

Position Overview
At Autodesk, we empower innovators to imagine, design, and make a better world. Our technology helps shape the buildings we inhabit, the products we rely on, and the experiences that connect us—transforming ideas into outcomes that matter.

We’re looking for a Senior Art Director to elevate how that story is expressed visually. This role is for a creative leader who sees design as both craft and catalyst—someone who can set a bold visual direction while building systems that endure.

You’ll concept and direct high-impact, multi-channel campaigns that strengthen Autodesk’s brand and bring our technology to life in clear, human, and inspiring ways. Working closely with writers, designers, marketers, product leaders, and external partners, you’ll shape work that is thoughtful, ambitious, and grounded in real-world impact.

Beyond campaigns, you’ll help define and evolve the visual standards that guide Autodesk’s brand—creating coherence across touchpoints while leaving room for expression, experimentation, and growth.

At Autodesk, creativity is collaborative by nature. The strongest ideas emerge through shared thinking, trust, and constructive challenge. We value curiosity over certainty, generosity over ego, and creative ambition balanced with clarity and intention. Culture matters here, and we believe great teams create work that moves both people and industries forward.

Responsibilities

Lead the creative vision for brand campaigns, product launches, and defining moments—from early concept through final execution

Craft and direct visual narratives that express Autodesk’s purpose and bring complex technology into focus

Translate abstract ideas and technical depth into elegant, inspiring visual communication

Partner deeply with writers, designers, brand strategists, product marketing, and external creative teams

Provide visual direction for photography, illustration, motion, and video—guiding work hands-on or through trusted partners

Set and uphold a high visual bar across all branded creative, ensuring alignment with Autodesk’s evolving brand system

Help evolve Autodesk’s visual identity in ways that are distinctive, flexible, and built to scale

Minimum Qualifications

8+ years of experience as an Art Director, in-house and/or at a creatively respected agency, with a portfolio demonstrating strong work for modern technology brands

Bring exceptional visual design fundamentals with fluency across digital, social, film, print, and experiential channels

Have experience working with or experimenting in AI‑assisted creative tools, generative systems, or emerging design workflows—and know when to use them and when not to

Are energized by motion, video, and dynamic systems—not just static design

Can confidently give creative direction in tools like Figma and PowerPoint, as well as on set

Think conceptually and strategically, and can translate ideas into compelling visual systems

Thrive in fast‑moving environments and know how to scale ideas under tight timelines

Are deeply invested in design craft and committed to building systems and stories that elevate brand expression over time

Value collaboration, feedback, and partnership across creative, marketing, and product teams

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with design, manufacturing, construction, or media & entertainment industries

Can manage on‑site photo and video shoots

Familiarity with integrated campaign development and brand systems

Salary Transparency
For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $84,000 and $151,250. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Employment Opportunity
At Autodesk, we’re building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

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